Ragnhild Hestmann

Ragnhild Hestmann serves as an Assistant Professor within the Department of Public Health and Nursing at the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). Based at the Øya campus in Trondheim, she maintains active research and teaching roles with contact details including email (ragnhild.hestmann@ntnu.no) and telephone (+4773412204).

Her research program focuses on chronic pain management within primary care systems, specifically examining self-management interventions through qualitative methodologies. Key interests include:

• Evaluation of patient-centered chronic pain programs
• Implementation challenges in primary care settings
• Health services delivery for long-term conditions
• Nursing contributions to public health interventions

Her 2023 publication in BMC Health Services Research represents a significant contribution to understanding real-world effectiveness of self-management strategies. This qualitative study reveals critical insights about patient experiences and systemic barriers in chronic pain care, demonstrating her commitment to improving healthcare delivery through evidence-based approaches. Her work bridges clinical nursing practice with public health research, emphasizing practical applications in community healthcare settings.

Dr. Hestmann actively contributes to nursing education through courses including SYT1002 (Clinical Observations and Assessments in Nursing) and SYT2100 (Clinical Assessments in Nursing), preparing future healthcare professionals with specialized clinical assessment skills.